He is a member of Keller’s Asia Pacific executive committee and Keller Group Leadership Team. Deepak has served on the Keller Group’s Sustainability Steering Committee. He is a member of the DEI and Sustainability committees of the British Chambers of Commerce (Singapore).
David has been working in Australia since 2004 and has held Senior Leadership positions with contractors which include Laing O’Rourke, Georgiou, Samsung C&T and Brady Marine.
David operates with a collaborative style and always endeavors to achieve “best for project” outcomes.
Throughout his career, Jason has worked with a wide range of standard form and bespoke contracts. His expertise lies in tendering, negotiation, and contract management, enabling him to effectively oversee complex projects. Additionally, he genuine passion for mentoring and developing junior team members.
Jason's academic achievements include a Master of Law (LLM) in Construction Law in Practice with Distinction, an Honours Degree in International Business Administration, and a Degree in Construction Management.
Extensive knowledge gained in design manipulation through to digital models for machine control and set out of major projects has allowed Heath to obtain the diverse experience required to progress into Project Engineering and Management roles over the past 10 years. Currently Rail Renewals Manager of our Civil Rail division, Heath’s professional manner allows full transparency for our clients to rely on his construction and logistical knowledge to ensure all projects are completed in a safe and proficient manner.
Nicholas has worked on major projects as well as business critical and remediation projects, completed within limited time frames. His experience across the project cycle includes feasibility, design, estimation, programming and construction resulting in successful coordination, management, and communication throughout the project. Nicholas' founding in the industry has allowed him to work strongly in a team by facilitating and supervising all aspects of a project, as well as mentoring those in his team for future leadership positions.
In 2022, Nicholas was promoted to the NPI (Non-Process Infrastructure) Manager overseeing the NPI team.
Shane is a qualified diesel mechanic and has experience with heavy earthmoving equipment, transport, fabrication and is one of the foremost piling equipment experts in the country. Shane has worked extensively throughout Australia, PNG, South East Asia and Africa including on offshore platforms. He understands the challenges associated with Remote and FIFO Operations. His journey includes front-line maintenance and leadership of maintenance teams in many countries.
Suzanne is a Chartered Accountant and holds a Bachelor of Commerce and a Master of Business Administration.
Luke holds a Bachelor of Business and a Masters of Business Administration.
Nicole joined Austral in 2013 as a HSEQ Advisor on a large marine construction project in the Pilbara region. In 2018, Nicole was promoted to the role of HSE Superintendent to reflect a broader role of IMS development, implantation and monitoring throughout the business and across all projects.
As Nicole has held site-based, senior advisor and regional HSE roles for Austral, she has extensive knowledge of the business and a wide network of contacts and relationships. This led Nicole to be promoted to HSE Manager in 2022.